Engineering Controls to Reduce Risk Factors

Use Engineering Controls to reduce or eliminate Risk Factor exposures by:

• redesigning workstations
• modifying work methods
• purchasing tools and equipment with ergonomic features
• redesigning work layouts
• improving maintenance access
• improving environmental conditions

Hydraulic lift installed on a dragline improves access and eliminates climbing a vertical ladder.		Water pump switch in a water truck was moved from the dash and relocated to the center console, which eliminates unnecessary reaching to operate the switch.
Small lifting table is used to hold parts when repairing equipment.		Light-weight welding helmets (right) reduce the effort needed to hold your head in a bent position while welding.
Scissors-lift table is used to position and work on parts when repairing equipment.		Tractor with a cable attachment is used to move dragline cable when positioning the dragline.
Armrests can be adjusted so the worker's arms are supported and placed in a comfortable position.		Anti-fatigue mats placed in high traffic areas improve walking conditions and reduce fatigue.
Adjustable joysticks can be placed close to the operator, which improves postures and eliminates reaching for the controls.		Magazine sidewalks eliminate the uneven walking surfaces while moving blasting supplies.
Heavy pneumatic wrench is attached to a counterbalance weight and suported by an overhead crane when changing the cutting edges on a blade.